Job title: Apprentice Technician

Location: Crystal Palace

Opcare, part of the AM Healthcare Group, is the largest supplier of prosthetic and orthotic services to the NHS. As a company we aim to continuously improve the services we deliver and develop those who work for us.

Looking to join one of the fastest growing clinical service delivery companies in the UK?

Do you:

Want to join an organisation and team that believes in putting the patient first and focuses on improving the lives of individuals through innovation and service development?

Want to join a team that focuses on staff and people development?

Have access to innovative and emerging orthotic 3D print technologies?

Working at

Crystal Palace London. The Guys & St Thomas Rehabilitation Centre located on Bowley Close which is adjacent to a major bus terminus and the overground Southern Train Line serviced by the Crystal Palace and Gipsy Hill stations. The centre is a free-standing building in a residential suburb with a closely located high street containing shops and restaurants. There is a multidisciplinary NHS team providing Orthotic, Counselling and Wheelchair services in addition to the Opcare Prosthetics operation. Opcare provides the Prosthetic clinical service as well as a workshop which fabricates both the prosthetic limbs as well as orthotic devices. You will be part of a close knit 16-member team rendering these services.

Job Summary:

We are currently seeking a Prosthetic and Orthotic Apprentice Technician who is looking for an opportunity to be develop their career and be a part of our large and dynamic team in Crystal Palace.

The Level 3 Prosthetic and Orthotic Technician is responsible for fabricating, assembling, repairing, and modifying prosthetic and orthotic devices. This role requires an interest in using technical skills to ensure high-quality patient care by collaborating with clinicians and other healthcare professionals. The technician will utilize specialized tools and materials to manufacture custom devices according to specifications and patient requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Some of the key responsibilities the role holder will have responsibility for:

Interpretation and basic understanding of prosthetic and/or orthotic information (e.g. prescriptions or work orders) supplied by Clinician
Undertake daily repairs and adjustments using a wide range of appropriate materials and tools.
Manufacture and repair as appropriate component limbs incorporating regular use of a variety of hand tools.
Ensure that finished products comply with any associated Measure Charts, manufacturer’s instructions etc.
Prepare to receive training in all core skills and areas of production.
Follow Health and Safety guidelines.

The role will be instrumental in helping to develop and implement service improvements for the betterment of patients in Location.

The successful candidate will join an enthusiastic and busy team, and be supported with local, regional, and national training to develop their clinical skills to support the service. We aim to deliver a first class service for users whilst applying the most advanced and exciting clinical and technical solutions available to patients.

Qualifications:

Please list Essential qualifications required:

5 GSCE’s (or equivalent) at grades A-C or 4-9, to include Mathematics and English
Evidence of recent studies
Current DBS
Ability to meet the occupational health requirements of the programme

What do we offer

Competitive market salary
Industry leading training opportunities
Incremental holiday allowance 33 days up to 38 days ( inclusive of bank holidays)
Refer a friend incentive scheme
Continuing professional development

AM Healthcare Group are an equal opportunities employer, we have a clear goal of driving diversity and inclusion across all operations of the group.

To apply please email your CV with a covering letter ASAP to recruitment@abilitymatters.com

For more details and additional vacancies please see our website www.amhealthcaregroup.com

Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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